Pat Sajak - Franchise Ninja

"It's the only way you can do something national on a local level.  Every community is unique, so we're hyper-local." Pat Sajak

I was going to write a really thoughtful post about why we decided to expand Fresh Green Light through franchising, and then I saw this quote from new franchisor Pat Sajak in Franchise Update that summed everything up perfectly.

Most of us who have decided to become franchisors started out running successful small businesses that catered to the unique needs of our local communities. The very best way to recreate that genuine local connection on a national basis is through franchising.

Franchising gives individuals or couples the opportunity to open a local small business for themselves, just not by themselves.  So when it comes time to "Shop Small" this holiday season, don't forget your local franchise owner. 

Now, I'd to solve the puzzle...